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Old lighter i found 27 years ago,would love to know any info on it

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Tobacciana3685 of 4160Lamberton Scammell Ivory Ashtray for Waldorf-Astoria NYPipe collection.
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    Posted 12 years ago

    willtn1
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    I found this lighter when i was 14,in a spot were accordinding to history there were civil war groups passing thru in sparta,tn.Over the years i have looked for anything close,but never found anything.The only markings on it is a bird which i would guess is suppose to be an eagle and the words made in usa.Its 2 1/2 inches tall by 1 3/4 wide.The center is 3/8 inches thick were the striker fits inside,and the ends are basiclly flat.It puts you in the mind of a flat rock more than a lighter,if anyone knows what era its from or any information on it,i would appreciate your feedback.Ive been told its from the civil war but i have no ideal.my email address is willtn1@yahoo.com.If you know anything about it,id be so grateful.thanks and have a nice day

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    1. larrytolkin, 12 years ago
      your lighter is a mid 1940's eagle model very thin lighter made by harry negbaur of new york. it would of had lacquer enamel both top and bottom.

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